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Our top choices for Scalloway family-friendly hotels

The Scalloway Hotel with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a signboard.

1. Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel
3.5 star property
Scalloway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
The price is AED 525
AED 630 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Scalloway Hotel
A modern fireplace with a stone wall backdrop.

2. Lerwick Hotel

Lerwick Hotel
3.0 star property
Lerwick
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (138 reviews)
The price is AED 772
AED 926 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Lerwick Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a desk, a chair, and a window.

3. Varis House

Varis House
2.0 star property
Lerwick
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (296 reviews)
The price is AED 592
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Varis House
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are two paintings on the wall and lamps on the side tables.

4. Shetland Hotel

Shetland Hotel
3.0 star property
Lerwick
7.8 out of 10, Good, (218 reviews)
The price is AED 719
AED 962 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Shetland Hotel
A stone building with multiple windows, a moat, and a boat in the water.

5. The Queen's Hotel

The Queen's Hotel
3.0 star property
Lerwick
6.0 out of 10, (94 reviews)
The price is AED 387
AED 464 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Queen's Hotel
A hotel with a sign reading 'Brae Hotel' in front of a body of water, under a night sky with aurora borealis.

6. Brae Hotel

Brae Hotel
2.5 star property
Brae
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
The price is AED 339
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Brae Hotel
A building with multiple windows, a grassy area in front, and a night sky with green aurora.

7. Busta House Hotel

Busta House Hotel
3.0 star property
Busta
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
The price is AED 599
AED 719 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Busta House Hotel
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Breakfast included
Pool

Top Scalloway Hotel Reviews

The Scalloway Hotel with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a signboard.
Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel
Scalloway

10/10 Excellent

We were weathered in unexpectantly and staff very kind and helpful in making sure we had rooms.
United States
Rebecca
Reviewed October 10, 2025
Scalloway Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's Scalloway like for family-friendly vacations?

You might want to consider the historic destination of Scalloway if you've been thinking about a trip for the whole family. The museums, swimming spots, and hiking trails are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Take to the air and fly into Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh), which is located 18 mi (28.9 km) from the city center.

When’s the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Scalloway?

The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 54°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 43°F. Average annual precipitation for Scalloway is 43 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Scalloway?

While you are visiting Scalloway, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as Scalloway Museum, Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition, and Bonhoga Gallery. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Shetland Crofthouse Museum and St Ninian's Isle Tombolo.